plumbers
word · lemma: plumber
Definition
Plumbers are people whose job is to install and repair water pipes, toilets, sinks, and other plumbing systems in homes and buildings.
Usage & Nuances
Always a plural noun; refers to people. In the US, 'plumber' is most common, though 'plumber' vs. 'pipefitter' can differ in industrial contexts. Some regions (e.g., Latin America) prefer 'plomero' over 'fontanero'. Collocations include 'call the plumber', 'licensed plumber', and 'emergency plumber'.
Example Sentences
The plumbers fixed the leaking sink.
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Two plumbers came to our house this morning.
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The building needs more plumbers to finish the job.
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We had to wait hours for the plumbers to arrive during the emergency.
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Good plumbers are booked for weeks in advance in this city.
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All the plumbers in town know each other; it’s a small community.
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